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Cost of Living in Nueva Valencia

Nueva Valencia, Guimaras, Philippines

▼ -13% vs Philippines average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₱22,499 ($385)
Couple, monthly₱40,303 ($689)
Family of four, monthly₱52,478 ($897)

Estimated Prices in Nueva Valencia

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₱229 ($3.91)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₱914 ($15.62)per meal
Cappuccino₱68.55 ($1.17)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₱5,179 ($88.54)per month
Monthly public transport pass₱838 ($14.32)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₱2,209 ($37.76)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₱640 ($10.94)per month
Fitness club membership₱640 ($10.94)per month
Cinema ticket₱168 ($2.86)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₱10,445 ($179)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₱7,266 ($124)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₱21,798 ($373)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Nueva Valencia is ₱22,850 ($391) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₱22,499 ($385) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₱29,249 ($500) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₱7,266 ($124)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

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Iloilo

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24 km away · Iloilo

Tigbauan

25 km away · Iloilo

Guimbal

29 km away · Iloilo

Pulupandan

29 km away · Negros Occidental

Pavia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nueva Valencia expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₱22,499 ($385) per month in Nueva Valencia including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for Philippines.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Nueva Valencia?
A net salary of around ₱29,249 ($500) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Nueva Valencia with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Nueva Valencia is ₱22,850 ($391).
How much is rent in Nueva Valencia?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₱10,445 ($179) per month in the city centre and ₱7,266 ($124) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₱21,798 ($373).
Is Nueva Valencia cheaper than Philippines on average?
Yes — Nueva Valencia is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the Philippines average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
Figures for Nueva Valencia are estimates based on Philippines national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.